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A classic construction law text Keating on Construction Contracts is a first port of call for all research on the history and principles governing building contracts, their practical application and their interpretation by the courts. Renowned for its accessible style and reliable authority the title covers all relevant legislation and case law, EC law, and the FIDIC, NEC3, JCT Forms of Contracts and ICC Conditions of Contract.

Keating on Construction Contracts is a leading reference work which provides a comprehensive account of the rules governing procurement by public authorities and utilities in the UK, including those operating in the defence sector. It offers a detailed explanation of the regulations implementing EU public procurement directives and their enforcement. It also covers national rules on lower value procurement and related topics.

Key cases in the European and UK courts are analysed and important or problematic issues are illuminated with the help of EU and UK government guidance.

The second supplement to the 10th edition of Keating on Construction Contracts brings the text completely up-to-date across all areas, including commentary on the major changes introduced by the NEC4 and the 2017 FIDIC suite of forms.

Key decisions and cases covered in the supplement include:

From the Supreme Court:

MT Højgaard A/S v E.ON Climate and Renewables UK Robin Rigg East Ltd, concerning the relationship between a fitness for purpose obligation and other specific obligations in complex contractual documents in relation to a wind farm;